Blue release
sandy shores
Soul’s retreat
hushed lagoon
Zephyr sighs
palm trees sway
Tranquil breath,
immortal
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Photo by: c.b.w. 2001
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When I wrote this poem earlier this week, I had no idea just how much it would mean to me by today. Yesterday morning my Grandma passed away, but as the tears fall I know she is truly at peace. Through the grief, the same peace sits quietly inside of my heart. While I miss her, the love she gave me and the memories I have of her will always be part of me.
This is for you, Grandma. I can already feel you watching from above. I love you. xoxo
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c.b.w. 2012
C.B. Wentworth 
I am sorry for your loss. But you are right–our loved ones stay with us as spirit even when they leave their physical selves.
Blessings,
Alix
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Thank you. I’ve never lost anyone so close to me, but I can honestly say I feel her near me even though she is gone. That is very comforting. š
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I’m so sorry for your loss. If heaven looks anything like your picture, your grandmother is in paradise. Her angel spirit will always be with you.
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What comforts me the most is knowing she is happy and at peace. I hope she’s having fun up there and laughing once again. š
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A wonderful poem that I know your grandmother has heard and felt. May you find peace in your mind and heart, sorrow washed away by the joy of memories.
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Every time I feel a wave of grief, I think of something she said or hold onto a memory. While a few tears get away from me sometimes, it isn’t long before I smile again. I like to think I got that from her. š
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She had a long, wonderful, fulfilling life. She didn’t die alone, and there was no pain, let’s be grateful for her peaceful passing with all the dignity she hoped for. Be strong for the family… for her.
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I learned how to be strong from you. Your strength through all of this is keeping me strong and I hope I’m doing the same for you. I am so grateful for the last memories I have of her and for the fact that it was peaceful when she decided to let go. Had it not been for that last evening with her I don’t know that I’d be as together as I am right now. Those last moments are precious to me and they bring me more joy than I thought possible.
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I’m sorry for your loss. Your grandma was a great lady and a lot of fun to be with. I remember the last time I saw her (2003 or 04?) and we all went shopping at the craft fair looking for american flags and bunny rabbits.
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That sounds like my Grandma! I sat with her bunny collection the day she died and it was very comforting to have so much of her around me.
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Blessings to you and your Grandma. It is hard for the heart to lose a beloved grandma…
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Ah, but that’s where she lives now. I can’t very well surround her with pain. While parts of me hurt, I make sure my heart is full of joy and good memories.
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So sorry for your loss – I lost my dear Gran in May, such a profoundly tender, sad feeling.. but as you say it is a comfort to know that someone we loved so dearly is at peace. I felt that peace in my heart that you describe too – it’s a great comfort and full of love..I’m sure it is for you too..
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Very much so. I’m sorry you lost your Grandma, too. Weren’t we both so lucky to have known them and for so long? I’m thankful that I got to have her for all of my childhood and a good chunk of adulthood. š
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Oh absolutely..I honestly am just so grateful for that..
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I am so sorry for your loss.
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Thank you. I feel your hug. š
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It’s tough when a loved family member dies, CB. Look at it this way: any time you miss her, look around and realise that it’s just as though she stepped out for a few minutes. It’s not like she suddenly doesn’t exist, because she’s very alive in your thoughts and always will be.
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So true. She was around me all day today. I was even telling a friend how surprised I was to see how much of her was around me without even realizing it until now. The scarf I wear, the ring I put on every day, the music I hear . . . it’s all her. š
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Beautiful tribute to your grandmother’s life and the memories of her you will hold onto forever. I am a long-time grandma and wonder how my grandkids will feel when this crotchety, old broad moves on.
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They’re going to inherit that feistiness and carry it on. Just like my Grandma’s feistiness lives on in me. š
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a beautiful way to give tribute to a loved one…
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It’s like my muse knew I would need these words. I’m still amazed that they came out days before she passed away. I hope she heard them and knows they are for her. š
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What a lovely poem and tribute to someone so special to you. I’m keeping you, your mom, and the rest of your family softly in my heart.
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Thank you, Rita.
I want to know that I am already talking to her. Yesterday, I was hanging up Christmas decorations and made sure she knew I wouldn’t forget to put out the candy dish she gave me a long time ago. š
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These are beautiful words in tribute to your grandmother. I am sure you were as much of a blessing to her as she was – and will continue to be – for you. Sending you a big hug, my friend.
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Thank you for the hug. š Part of what brings me so much peace is knowing I got to say all the needed to be said and I think she did, too. She knows how special she is to me and I know what I mean to her. It’s all beautiful.
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I am holding you in my heart.
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Thank you for caring so much.
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What a gift to have a grandmother such as you did. She lives through you every day and comforting energy is flowing your way.
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Yes it is and from all directions. I appreciate that so much. I know there are more tears to come, but I will find comfort and joy in knowing she is always with me.
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I’m so sorry. It’s so hard losing a grandparent, especially when it’s the first one, but this poem is such a beautiful reflection of the peace that she is at. Hope your heart finds peace as well as it heals.
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Thank you. My emotions are all over the place, but the sense of peace has remained steady.
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My sincerest condolences. May the pain of her passing ease, as you remember the good times you’ve shared. š
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Thank you for the warm thoughts. The memories are bringing more joy than grief and I’m very thankful for that. š
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